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Stunning 4 bedroom home in ideal location
Renovated, bright & stylish family home. Plenty of space to enjoy your holidays. Large outdoor entertainment area, casual seating, BBQ and sun loungers by the sparkling pool. Fantastic indoor-outdoor flow. 3 bedrooms with direct access to pool area. Desirable neighbourhood within walking distance to beach & on bus route to popular tourist destinations. 5 mins to magnificent Burleigh Heads and all it has on offer. 4 beds (2 ensuite) 3 bathrooms Pool Wifi Aircon all rooms Off street park - 4 cars.

Fabulous Studio in Main
Great little studio apartment in the heart of Main Beach. Centrally located so you can park your car and walk to Tedder Avenue, Southport Surf Lifesaving Club, Southport Yacht Club, and Marina Mirage if you wish. Enjoy the beach, the boats, the restaurants and just walking around Main Beach. If you want to go further afield Southport is to the north, and Surfers Paradise to your south. Suitable getaway for one or two people only, but what the place lacks in space it makes up for in character.

2 bed/2 bath Absolute Beachfront, Stunning Views
Wake up to the sound of the ocean in this absolute beachfront apartment with incredible ocean views. 2 bedrooms, 1 with queen, 2 with single and extra pullout single. Kitchen is equipped with coffee machine, air fryer and more. Main bedroom with ensuite and shower. 2nd bathroom has bath. Swim between the flags, relax by the pool, or take a short stroll to nearby cafés and shops at Tedder Avenue. Convenient bus stop outside the building will quickly take you to Surfers, Broadbeach and beyond.

NEW: Romantic Sunset Cottage
The Sunset Cottage is nestled in the Gold Coast’s Hinterland, this peaceful luxury getaway is private & secluded. It is the perfect space for couples, friends or familys to unwind, relax & to re-charge with beautiful surroundings & nature. The stand-alone Cabin is surrounded by lush trees with open green paddocks and beautiful afternoon sunsets, there is an outside fire pit so you can relax under the stars and enjoy the abundant of wild life. Let your mind be rested & your hearts enriched.

Luxury Ocean Views 41st floor 2 bedrooms
Enjoy a luxury stay at our stunning Circle On Cavil apartment. Located on level 41 with amazing 180 degree views across the ocean and hinterland. Centrally located to all shops, beaches & Cavil Avenue. Relax and enjoy the best views on your own private balcony. Full kitchen, luxury spa bath, the living room is fitted with King Furniture. Both bedrooms fitted with quality pillow top mattresses. Walk to the beach No car needed - catch a tram to Broadbeach, or a bus to all the theme parks.

Beachfront Bliss for Two: air-conditioned, parking
How's the serenity? Refresh this weekend at epic one bedroom in coveted Mermaid Beach. Stay central AND escape the flocks of people at this original down-to-earth two storey brick building along Hedges Ave and the Mermaid Beach shoreline. It’s drenched in natural light, while brick walls and plantation shutters provide seclusion and quiet. Enjoy the moon rises, beach walks, surfing, sunning, and fishing at the front door! Step back and reconnect at this relaxed beach getaway ♡

Romantic Mountain-Edge Retreat with Ocean Views
With stunning Hinterland, Pacific Ocean & Gold Coast skyline views, Dragonbrook cottage is the perfect couples retreat for slowing down, switch off and spend uninterrupted time together. Be immersed in the sounds of the forest, lookout for our wild koalas, padymelons, wedgetail eagles, bandicoot s, & water dragons that live in our brook. Enjoy the stars & a lazy glass of wine under our mountain edge gazebo. Visit Tamborine's wineries, hiking trails, markets, & breath taking lookouts.

Luxury Broadwater Retreat at Lagoon Main Beach
Wake up to sweeping Broadwater, skyline and hinterland views from this beautiful Lagoon Main Beach apartment. Enjoy open-plan living, a modern kitchen, floor-to-ceiling glass and a private balcony for coffee, dining or sunset drinks. Moments from Tedder Avenue, the beach, cafés and restaurants, this is an elevated coastal stay in one of Main Beach’s newest. Located in the heart of Main Beach, you are moments from Tedder Avenue dining, the beach, cafés, & restaurants.

Water & Woods - Cosy Cabin Getaway
Take my hand and let me guide you to the Water through the Woods… Water & Woods is a self-catered cabin of cosiness, nestled under a canopy of trees, and just steps away from the Purling Brook Falls hiking trails. Here is your opportunity to relax… or be active – surrounded by a very special part of the Gondwana rainforest, less than 50 minutes from the hustle and bustle of those bright lights of the Gold Coast. Yes, that’s what you’re seeing from the breakfast bar.

Magnolia Manor Rustic Chapel
Experience tranquility in a beautifully appointed chapel nestled in the Gold Coast Hinterland. Relax on a romantic swing overlooking the pond and watch the stunning sunset. Cozy up by the fire or unwind with a soak in the claw bath . The mezzanine boasts a queen-sized bed and a single daybed with trundle, while the second bedroom offers flexible bedding arrangements, including a king-sized bed or two singles. Additional rollaway beds and port a cot are available

Stunning Main Beach Apartment - Ground Floor, WiFi
Welcome to Stylish Beach Apartment – Main Beach. A stylish and spacious 2-bedroom apartment located across the road from the beach and close to everything Main Beach has to offer. Recently renovated with modern furnishings, quality appliances, an open balcony, and fantastic amenities, it's ideal for families, couples, and business travellers. Just minutes from patrolled beaches, restaurants, cafes, and public transport. Includes Wi-Fi, Smart TV, and parking.

Tropical Beachside Spacious Eco Apt & Heated Pool
Surfers Paradise, Queensland Entire Apartment -2 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms Situated in a small lowrise resort amoung a tropical garden setting. Beachside location between Surfers Paradise and Broadbeach. Both an easy beach walk away. Recently renovated with full kitchen, new appliances, air conditioning, unlimited free NBN high speed internet, wifi, smart TV. Free secure basement parking. Close to the tram line & only a 100 mt walk to patrolled beach.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Main Beach located?
Main Beach is a coastal suburb on Queensland’s Gold Coast, set between the Pacific Ocean and the Broadwater. It is near Surfers Paradise and close to parks, marinas, and vibrant waterfront areas.
When is the best time to visit Main Beach?
Many travelers prefer visiting Main Beach during the months with milder weather and lower rainfall, such as spring and fall. These periods often feature temperatures around 60–79°F (15–26°C), gentle breezes, and fewer crowds.
What are some things to do near Main Beach?
Visitors frequently explore sandy stretches at Main Beach, enjoy activities at the nearby marina, or walk through the scenic parklands. The area also has casual cafés, boutiques, and frequently suggested water sports and theme parks around the Gold Coast.
How is the weather near Main Beach?
Main Beach experiences a subtropical climate with warm, humid summers around 70–84°F (21–29°C), especially from December to February, and milder, drier winters near 54–74°F (12–24°C). Light layers and sun protection are suggested year-round due to changing rainfall patterns.
All about Main Beach
Main Beach is situated at the northern end of Queensland’s Gold Coast, and its consistently good waves draw surfers from far and wide. In contrast with its rather functional name, Main Beach is a picturesque two-kilometre stretch of soft white sand framed by grass-topped dunes and the calm waters of the Gold Coast Broadwater estuary. It’s also a busy working port, with a yacht club and a large marina lined with boat shops, cafes, and waterfront restaurants where people come to linger over a morning coffee while looking out for pelicans overhead.
The seafront suburb is home to the historic Main Beach Pavilion, as well as the Gold Coast’s first surf club, established in 1936. Philip Park is a large, open green space that’s a popular spot for picnics in the fresh coastal air. You can also spend your afternoons browsing through the cafes and shops set back from the beachfront, whether you’re trying on clothes in Tedder Avenue boutiques or picking up fish and chips to enjoy by the shore as the sun dips below the horizon.
What are the top things to do in Main Beach?
Gold Coast seafood
This seaside suburb is home to a plethora of seafood spots, from markets at the northern end of Mariner’s Cove Marina to glass-fronted, upscale eateries serving up the freshest sushi. Every morning, trawlers tie up at the pier to sell their fresh catch directly to the public — including prawns, spanner crabs, and tuna — so you can cook up a storm any day of the year.
McIntosh Island Park
Sometimes referred to as Peacock Park thanks to its prolific peacock population, this sprawling green space, which flanks the Nerang River, offers a peaceful place to picnic, exercise, or gather with friends and family. A stream runs through the park, a small sandy beach on its edge. Towering trees provide welcome shade on hot days, and there’s a fishing spot where you can cast a line for whiting and bream.
Gold Coast Oceanway
The Gold Coast Oceanway is a 36-kilometre cycle and pedestrian path that runs from the Spit at the northern end of Main Beach to Point Danger in the south. The path is a great way to take in this picturesque section of the Queensland coast. There are picnic spots and BBQ facilities along the way, as well as viewing platforms and plenty of spots to take a dip.
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